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BCAA Plus Branched Chain Amino Acids

Solgar
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(252 ratings)
Isoleucine 360 mg
Vitamin B6 20 mg
Leucine 540 mg
Valine 300 mg
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Score68
Clearly labeled BCAAs in convenient capsules, but the amino-acid dose is too modest and the B6 amount is high for casual daily stacking.
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Quantity:100 Capsule(s) • (50 servings)
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Score 68

Clearly labeled BCAAs in convenient capsules, but the amino-acid dose is too modest and the B6 amount is high for casual daily stacking.
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$22.78($0.45 per serving)
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Analysis

Leucine, isoleucine, and valine are all clearly listed, so the core formula is easy to assess. Their proportions are sensible, but the combined amount is much lower than many people use around training.

Vitamin B6 supports amino-acid metabolism, yet 20 mg is a substantial daily amount when other supplements or fortified foods are also used. Pyridoxine hydrochloride is a conventional form rather than an active coenzyme form.

The capsule format may suit people who dislike flavored powders, but getting a stronger amino-acid amount would require many capsules. That trade-off weakens both convenience and value for serious training support.

Who is it for
  • People who prefer amino-acid capsules over powders
  • Light exercisers seeking a modest BCAA addition
Best for
  • Low-dose branched-chain amino-acid supplementation
  • Travel-friendly capsule use

Pros

  • Discloses each branched-chain amino acid separately
  • Uses clearly named L-amino acids
  • Capsules avoid sweeteners and flavored powder

Cons

  • Total BCAA amount is modest for focused exercise use
  • Serving value is weak for the active dose
  • Vitamin B6 amount is high relative to basic needs

Warnings

  • Long-term use alongside other high-B6 products may raise the risk of tingling, numbness, or other nerve symptoms

Nutrient quality

59 Moderate impact

The amino acids use straightforward free-form names, while vitamin B6 uses conventional pyridoxine hydrochloride. The disclosed branched-chain amino acid amounts are modest for a dedicated BCAA supplement.

Ingredient transparency

81 Highest impact

Every active ingredient has a specific amount. Inactive ingredients are not disclosed in the supplied information.

Customer satisfaction

67 High impact

The supplied average and volume indicate strong aggregate satisfaction. No detailed experience reports are available to identify repeated complaints or confirm perceived benefits.

Value for money

63 Moderate impact

The moderate cost is hard to justify given the modest amino acid amounts. Each serving offers limited active material for the cost.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
 20 mg
L-Leucine
540 mg
L-Isoleucine
360 mg
L-Valine
300 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Kosher Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Report overview
Isoleucine · 360 mg OverallScore63
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The isolated L-isoleucine form supports rapid availability, though the capsule format slows delivery compared with dissolved powder. The amount per serving is low for this collection, even though the label clearly states the dose. The low cost per serving is appealing, but no independent testing or source details are provided.

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) · 20 mg OverallScore56
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

A useful vitamin B6 amount accompanies the branched-chain amino acids, but pyridoxine hydrochloride requires metabolic conversion. No riboflavin cofactor or active P-5-P form is listed. The serving is practical, while the high cost for an inactive B6 form weakens collection value.

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Leucine · 540 mg OverallScore50
D+ Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The formula clearly identifies L-leucine and discloses its exact amount in a practical capsule serving. The amount is well below the preferred muscle protein synthesis trigger range, so it is better viewed as a modest branched-chain amino acid addition than a stand-alone leucine dose. Standard capsules provide no special processing for solubility, and the low active amount leads to weak cost efficiency.

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82 Performance

Branched-Chain Amino Acids

NOW Sports
<p>Clearly identified L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine provide a more useful balanced serving than the original low total. It avoids unnecessary vitamin B6, although leucine remains below a strong standalone trigger.</p>
79 Performance

Branched Chain Amino Acids (Free Form)

Life Extension
<p>Free-form BCAAs do not require protein digestion and are disclosed at higher amounts than the original formula. The serving remains modest for focused training support, but removing the high B6 dose improves balance.</p>
73 Performance

Sport Strawberry Kiwi Splash

XTEND
<p>Substantial BCAA amounts plus electrolytes make this more suitable for workout hydration and recovery than the original capsules. Sodium and potassium are modest for heavy sweating, and magnesium is negligible.</p>
84 Budget

BCAA 3200 mg

Best Naturals
<p>A lower-cost serving provides clearly identified free-form leucine, isoleucine, and valine at more useful amounts than the original. It also avoids the original high vitamin B6 dose, although leucine remains below a strong standalone muscle-protein trigger.</p>
83 Budget

Branched-Chain Amino Acids

Lake Avenue Nutrition
<p>A less costly balanced BCAA serving uses clearly identified L-isomers and gives more amino-acid support than the original low-dose capsules. It omits vitamin B6, while leucine and the other BCAAs remain modest for a standalone exercise serving.</p>
80 Budget

Mega-Size BCAA 1000 Caps

Optimum Nutrition
<p>A lower-cost capsule uses micronized leucine, isoleucine, and valine and removes the original high vitamin B6 amount. Its BCAA dose is still too low for strong standalone exercise support, so the savings come with limited potency.</p>
82 Value

Branched Chain Amino Acids

NOW Sports
<p>A balanced set of clearly identified BCAA L-isomers provides more useful amounts and reasonable value without added high-dose B6. Leucine still falls below a strong standalone trigger, but the formula is more exercise-focused than the original.</p>
60 Value

Daily Amino Acid

21st Century
<p>A very inexpensive multi-amino formula broadens the ingredient range beyond BCAAs and avoids high vitamin B6. Every amino acid is present only in a trace amount and DL-methionine includes a non-L isomer, so the low price does not translate into strong potency.</p>
76 Value

The Original Smash Apple

XTEND
<p>Substantial BCAAs, glutamine, and electrolytes offer much stronger workout utility at favorable serving value. The electrolyte blend hides mineral forms, and sodium and potassium are better suited to light hydration than heavy sweating.</p>
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